Cos n Assumentio
Cos V
P
I
L
L
1 230
340
=
L
I
Amp I
L
478 . 1 =
No. of lights sub circuit =
Nos 1 425 . 0
800
340
= -------------------------------
No. of lighting sub circuit as per point =
Nos 1 5 . 0
10
5
=
Sub circuit is suitable for lighting = 1
Procedure for determination of length of wire --------------------------------------
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Material of Material Quantity Rate
5 A 01 250.00
Fuses 250V, 5A 02 45.00
Casing Capping (2meter) 10 Nos 22.00
Copper Earthing Plate 01 490.00
pvc 1.5 sq. mm 10 Mtr app. 07.00
PVC wires for wiring 1msq.m 30 Mtr 05.00/m
01 80.00
Earthing Sundry Lum sump 200.00
05 10.00
6A Three point socket 02 12.00
01 08.00
Lamp holder 02 12.00
Labour Charges 05 70.00
Total Amount :
Contingencies+ profit margin 10% Amount:
Total Amount:
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-------------------------------- (1 Mark)
1 = Cos
----------- (1Mark)
----------- (2 Marks)
----------------------------------------------------------------------- (4 Mark)
Rate Total
Amount
250.00 250.00
45.00 90.00
22.00 220.00
490.00 490.00
.00 70.00
/m 150.00
80.00 80.00
200.00 200.00
10.00 50.00
12.00 24.00
08.00 8.00
12.00 24.00
.00 350.00
Total Amount :- 2006.00
10% Amount:- 206.00
Total Amount:- 2212.00
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b) State the sequence, to be followed to prepare estimate for a residential installation.
Sequence to be followed for estimation of
1) Find out the type of load and total electrical load for the given residential
2) Differentiate this total electrical load in lighting load and power load.
3) Make the no. of lighting sub circuit for lighting load.
No. of lighting sub circuit =
No. of lighting sub circuits =
4) Make the no. of power sub circuits for power load.
No. of lighting sub circuits =
No. of power sub circuits =
5) Find out total power consumption of every lighting and power sub circuits.
6) Find out rated Input current for every lighting and power sub circuit.
P = V1 cos
7) Determine the size of wire required for every sub circuit by considering overload starting
surge and future expansion.
8) Draw the single line diagram.
9) Mark the batten on plan layout.
10) Find out the total length batten required for every sub circuit and whole residential
installation.
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Model Answer
State the sequence, to be followed to prepare estimate for a residential installation.
Sequence to be followed for estimation of Residential Installation:-
(Minimum eight point expected
Find out the type of load and total electrical load for the given residential
2) Differentiate this total electrical load in lighting load and power load.
3) Make the no. of lighting sub circuit for lighting load.
No. of lighting sub circuit =
Total electrical lighting load
800 w
Or
No. of lighting sub circuits =
Total no. of lighting point
10
4) Make the no. of power sub circuits for power load.
No. of lighting sub circuits =
Total electrical power load
1000 w or 2000w
Or
No. of power sub circuits =
Total no. of power points
1000w or 2000 w
5) Find out total power consumption of every lighting and power sub circuits.
out rated Input current for every lighting and power sub circuit.
P = V1 cos P = Input power for every sub circuit
V = voltage = 230 V
I = Input current for every sub circuit
wire required for every sub circuit by considering overload starting
surge and future expansion.
8) Draw the single line diagram.
9) Mark the batten on plan layout.
10) Find out the total length batten required for every sub circuit and whole residential
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State the sequence, to be followed to prepare estimate for a residential installation.
(Minimum eight point expected 1 each point)
Find out the type of load and total electrical load for the given residential installation.
2) Differentiate this total electrical load in lighting load and power load.
Total electrical power load
Total no. of power points
5) Find out total power consumption of every lighting and power sub circuits.
out rated Input current for every lighting and power sub circuit.
P = Input power for every sub circuit
I = Input current for every sub circuit
wire required for every sub circuit by considering overload starting
10) Find out the total length batten required for every sub circuit and whole residential
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11) Find out the total length and size of wire required for every sub circuit.
12) List out the material required for whole residential installation
13) Find out cost of material and labour in estimation chart.
14) Find out the total cost of estimation with profit margin and contingencies charges.
15) Find out per point charges.
16) Draw the circuit diagram.
c) A hall whose dimensions are 18m x 12m is to be fitted with an electrical installation of
following load i) Fluorescent lamps
Nos.
1) Draw a layout and show the position of lamps, fans etc. Calculat
2) Prepare a schedule of material 3) Find out cost of work
Note: Credits may be given step wise for numerical problems. In some cases, the assumed
constant values may vary and there may be some difference in the candidates a
and model answer.
Given Data: (The Assumed data may be vary)
Hall in load Total =
=
tubes Hall in load Total =
Hall in load Total
Amps in load Total
Rating main switch:
Assumed that Staring current = 1.5 times rated current
So starting current = 1.5x
So Use:-
240V, 16A, ISI mark Main switch of any company
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Model Answer
11) Find out the total length and size of wire required for every sub circuit.
12) List out the material required for whole residential installation.
13) Find out cost of material and labour in estimation chart.
14) Find out the total cost of estimation with profit margin and contingencies charges.
15) Find out per point charges.
16) Draw the circuit diagram.
A hall whose dimensions are 18m x 12m is to be fitted with an electrical installation of
following load i) Fluorescent lamps-14 Nos, ii) ceiling fan-08 Nos. iii) Plug points
1) Draw a layout and show the position of lamps, fans etc. Calculate the rating of equipments.
2) Prepare a schedule of material 3) Find out cost of work
Credits may be given step wise for numerical problems. In some cases, the assumed
constant values may vary and there may be some difference in the candidates a
(The Assumed data may be vary) (Give stepwise Marks
W watt tubes 560 40 14 = = =
W watt Fans 480 60 08 = = =
W watt Sockets 400 100 04 = = =
watt in Socket Watt in Fans inWatt tubes + +
watt Hall 1440 400 480 560 = + + = -------------------------------
1 . . min 7 26 . 6
230
1440
= = = f p g assu Amp
Rating main switch: - since more current is 7 A.
Assumed that Staring current = 1.5 times rated current
So starting current = 1.5x 7 = 10.5 A
240V, 16A, ISI mark Main switch of any company
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11) Find out the total length and size of wire required for every sub circuit.
14) Find out the total cost of estimation with profit margin and contingencies charges.
A hall whose dimensions are 18m x 12m is to be fitted with an electrical installation of
08 Nos. iii) Plug points -04
e the rating of equipments.
Credits may be given step wise for numerical problems. In some cases, the assumed
constant values may vary and there may be some difference in the candidates answers
(Give stepwise Marks as mention below)
------------------------------- (1 Mark)
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. lighting of No
Layout Drawing:-
Note:- Cost of material may vary so do not stick on final figures
ii) Schedule & cost of Material:
S.No Material of Material
1 ICDP 250V,16A
2 Fuses 250V, 16A
3 PVC conduit (3 Mtr pipe) 1.5mm
thickness
4 Copper Earthing Plate
6 DP
7 Earthing Sundry
8 6A S.P.S.T.
9 6A Three point socket
10 Ceiling rose
11 1.5 Sqmm PVC wire Runing earth
11 1 Sqmm PVC wire (90 Mtr
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Model Answer
2 80 . 1
800
1440
= = circuit sub -----------------------
---------
or equivalent
Cost of material may vary so do not stick on final figures
Material: -
Material of Material Quantity Rate
01 250.00
02 45.00
(3 Mtr pipe) 1.5mm 20 pipe 15.00
Copper Earthing Plate 01 490.00
01 150.00
lumsump 200.00
26 10.00
6A Three point socket 04 12.00
22 10.00
1.5 Sqmm PVC wire Runing earth 60 Mtr 7.00
1 Sqmm PVC wire (90 Mtr -1 bundle) 02 Bundle 550.00
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----------------------- (1 Mark)
--------- (2-Marks)
equivalent figure
Cost of material may vary so do not stick on final figures
(4-Marks)
Rate Total Amount
250.00 250.00
45.00 90.00
.00 300.00
490.00 490.00
150.00 150.00
200.00 200.00
10.00 260.00
12.00 48.00
.00 220.00
420.00
.00 1100.00
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12 Labour Charges
13 Contingencies+ profit margin
iii) Cost of work:
Q.4. A) Attempt any Four of the following
a) What is DP-MCB, state its advantages.
DP-MCB: - It is a Double pole miniature circuit b
Function: The function of DP
due to over load or short circuit.
Advantages of DP-MCB: -
1. It operate the automatically whenever there is the fault
2. High reliability.
3. Compact in size.
4. Long life.
5. Economical.
b) Explain the factors which decide selection of
Following factors decided selection of conductor size:
1. Its rated load current
2. The starting current which is assumed it may be 1.5 to 2 times rated input current for
starting surge, momentary short circuit, overload and future expansion.
3. Cross section of conductor is also depends upon
conductor. (+ or
4. Conductor should not over heated at its regular rated load
5. The cross section of the conductor also depends upon the type material used for
conductor for eg. Aluminum or copper.
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Model Answer
26 70.00
Total Amount :
Contingencies+ profit margin 10% Amount:-
Total Amount:
Say Total Amount:
of the following
MCB, state its advantages. (Meaning-2 Marks & Advanatges
Double pole miniature circuit breaker
The function of DP- MCB is to isolate the circuit
due to over load or short circuit.
- (Any two points expected)
It operate the automatically whenever there is the fault.
Explain the factors which decide selection of conductor size.
Following factors decided selection of conductor size: (Any four point expected 1 Mark each)
current according to connected load.
The starting current which is assumed it may be 1.5 to 2 times rated input current for
starting surge, momentary short circuit, overload and future expansion.
Cross section of conductor is also depends upon Permissible voltage drops in the
5%),
Conductor should not over heated at its regular rated load.
on of the conductor also depends upon the type material used for
conductor for eg. Aluminum or copper.
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.00 1820.00
Total Amount :- 5348.00
- 540.00
Total Amount:- 5888.00
6000.00
16 Marks
2 Marks & Advanatges-2 Marks)
B is to isolate the circuit against over current
(Any four point expected 1 Mark each)
The starting current which is assumed it may be 1.5 to 2 times rated input current for
starting surge, momentary short circuit, overload and future expansion.
Permissible voltage drops in the
on of the conductor also depends upon the type material used for
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c) State the procedure to prepare a design
The procedure to prepare d
1) Find out the type of load and total electrical load for the given commercial installation.
2) Differentiate this total electrical load in lighting load and power load.
3) Make the no. of lighting sub circuit for lighting load.
No. of lighting sub circuit =
No. of lighting sub circuits =
4) Make the no. of power sub circuits for power load.
No. of lighting sub circuits =
No. of power sub circuits =
5) Find out total power consumption of every lighting and power sub circuits.
6) Find out rated Input current for every lighting an
P = V1 cos
7) Determine the size of wire required for every sub circuit by
surge and future expansion.
8) Draw the single line diagram.
9) Mark the batten on plan layout.
10) Find out the total length batten required for every sub circuit and whole commercial
installation.
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SUMMER 13 EXAMINATION
Model Answer
State the procedure to prepare a design for commercial electrical installation
(Minimum eight point expected 1/2
The procedure to prepare design for commercial electrical installation
Find out the type of load and total electrical load for the given commercial installation.
2) Differentiate this total electrical load in lighting load and power load.
3) Make the no. of lighting sub circuit for lighting load.
No. of lighting sub circuit =
Total electrical lighting load
800 w
Or
No. of lighting sub circuits =
Total no. of lighting point
10
4) Make the no. of power sub circuits for power load.
No. of lighting sub circuits =
Total electrical power load
1000 w or 2000w
Or
No. of power sub circuits =
Total no. of power points
1000w or 2000 w
5) Find out total power consumption of every lighting and power sub circuits.
6) Find out rated Input current for every lighting and power sub circuit.
P = V1 cos P = Input power for every sub circuit
V = voltage = 230 V
I = Input current for every sub circuit
7) Determine the size of wire required for every sub circuit by considering overload starting
surge and future expansion.
8) Draw the single line diagram.
9) Mark the batten on plan layout.
10) Find out the total length batten required for every sub circuit and whole commercial
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for commercial electrical installation
(Minimum eight point expected 1/2 each point)
commercial electrical installation -
Find out the type of load and total electrical load for the given commercial installation.
2) Differentiate this total electrical load in lighting load and power load.
5) Find out total power consumption of every lighting and power sub circuits.
d power sub circuit.
P = Input power for every sub circuit
I = Input current for every sub circuit
considering overload starting
10) Find out the total length batten required for every sub circuit and whole commercial
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11) Find out the total length and size of wire required for every sub circuit.
12) List out the material required for whole commercial installation.
13) Find out cost of material and labour in estimation chart.
14) Find out the total cost of estimation with profit margin and
15) Find out per point charges.
16) Draw the circuit diagram.
d) State the sequence to be followed to prepare estimate for a factory installation.
Sequence to be followed for estimation of factory unit:
1) Find out output power of every machine in watts.
1) 1 HP = 735.5 w
2) 1 BHP = 746 w
3) 1 KVA = 1000 VA. Assume P.f.
2) Find out Input power of every machine by assuming the efficiency of every
Input power of machine =
3) Find out Input current of every machine for 1
Input power = V I cos
Cos
If the machine is 3
Input power =
V
Cos
4) Find out size and core of cable required for every machine size of cable is decided by
starting current. Which is assumed
overload momentary short circuit and future
5) Find out total Electrical load of given factory.
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Model Answer
l length and size of wire required for every sub circuit.
12) List out the material required for whole commercial installation.
13) Find out cost of material and labour in estimation chart.
14) Find out the total cost of estimation with profit margin and contingencies charges.
15) Find out per point charges.
16) Draw the circuit diagram.
State the sequence to be followed to prepare estimate for a factory installation.
(Minimum four point expected 1
Sequence to be followed for estimation of factory unit:-
) Find out output power of every machine in watts.
1) 1 HP = 735.5 w
2) 1 BHP = 746 w
3) 1 KVA = 1000 VA. Assume P.f.
Find out Input power of every machine by assuming the efficiency of every
Input power of machine =
output power of machine
Efficiency of machine
3) Find out Input current of every machine for 1-ph machine.
Input power = V I cos
V = Input voltage = 230V
Cos = P.f.
I = Input current
If the machine is 3-ph
Input power = 3 V
L
I
L
cos
V
L
= Line voltage = 400V
I
L
= Line current or Input current
Cos = P.f.
4) Find out size and core of cable required for every machine size of cable is decided by
starting current. Which is assumed two times Input current to
overload momentary short circuit and future expansion.
5) Find out total Electrical load of given factory.
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l length and size of wire required for every sub circuit.
contingencies charges.
State the sequence to be followed to prepare estimate for a factory installation.
point expected 1 each point)
Find out Input power of every machine by assuming the efficiency of every machine.
4) Find out size and core of cable required for every machine size of cable is decided by
sustend starting surge,
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6) Determine the Input current required for whole factory.
P = 3 V
L
7) Determine the size & core of Input cable required for whole factory. To decide the size of
current is assumed two times rated Input current for future expansion, overload starting
surge and momentary short circuit.
8) List out the material required for fa
9) Make the estimation chart for material and labour also.
10) Find out total cost of estimation by assuming contingencies changes and profit margin.
e) Predict the types of starters required for following motors.
i) I.M of fractional KW rating
starter is used
ii) I.M of medium rating (up to 15KW)
iii) I.M with high rating
starter
iv) Slip-ring I.M of high rating
f) Discuss any four types of contracts.
explanation)
Different types of contract:
1) Lump sum contract
2) Item rate contract
3) Cost + % rate contract
4) Target rate contract
5) Material supply contract
6) Labour contract
7) Sub contract
8) All in one contract
9) D.G.S. of D rate contract
10) Cost plus(+) percentage variable rate contract
11) Cost plus(+) fluctuating fees rate contrac
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Model Answer
6) Determine the Input current required for whole factory.
L
I
L
cos
Determine the size & core of Input cable required for whole factory. To decide the size of
current is assumed two times rated Input current for future expansion, overload starting
surge and momentary short circuit.
8) List out the material required for factory electrification.
9) Make the estimation chart for material and labour also.
10) Find out total cost of estimation by assuming contingencies changes and profit margin.
Predict the types of starters required for following motors. (1 Mark Each)
of fractional KW rating : No starter is required (in some of the applications DOL
I.M of medium rating (up to 15KW) : Star-Delta Starter or Auto transformer starter
I.M with high rating: Star-Delta Starter or Auto transformer starter
ring I.M of high rating: Rotor Resistance starter
Discuss any four types of contracts. (Any four types expected 1-Mark each
Different types of contract:-
Lump sum contract
Item rate contract
Cost + % rate contract
Target rate contract
Material supply contract
All in one contract
D.G.S. of D rate contract
Cost plus(+) percentage variable rate contract
Cost plus(+) fluctuating fees rate contract
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Determine the size & core of Input cable required for whole factory. To decide the size of
current is assumed two times rated Input current for future expansion, overload starting
10) Find out total cost of estimation by assuming contingencies changes and profit margin.
(1 Mark Each)
No starter is required (in some of the applications DOL
Delta Starter or Auto transformer starter
Delta Starter or Auto transformer starter and soft start
Mark each with their
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Q.5 Attempt any Two of the following
a) In a workshop one 15 metric HP, 400 volt, 50Hz, 3
the estimate required for PVC surface conduit wiring. The plan of the workshop is shown
in fig.
Note: Credits may be given step wise for numerical problems. In some cas
constant values may vary and there may be some difference in the candidates answers
and model answer.
Assuming height of Ceiling if
Motor is installed 1 M away from the nearest wall.
Height of Main Switch is 1.2 M from the floor
Step No. 1:- The out power of induction motor =
Step No. 2:- Input power of I.
Assuming efficienc
Input power of induction motor =
Step No. 3:- To determine the rated current for I
P 3 =
I
L
=
I
L
=
I
L
24 =
Step No. 4:- To determine the size & core of cable
Starting current is assumed two times rated input current for starting surge, momentary
short circuit & overload.
So use,
16 Sqmm 4 core cable for the I
Step No. 5:- Determined the size length & dimensions of ICTP earth wire at input cable
The rating of main switch is 450
Size of earth wire 8 SWG copper or
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Model Answer
of the following
In a workshop one 15 metric HP, 400 volt, 50Hz, 3-ph motor is to be installed, prepare
the estimate required for PVC surface conduit wiring. The plan of the workshop is shown
Note: Credits may be given step wise for numerical problems. In some cas
constant values may vary and there may be some difference in the candidates answers
Assuming height of Ceiling if 3 m from the floor.
Motor is installed 1 M away from the nearest wall.
Main Switch is 1.2 M from the floor
The out power of induction motor = 15 x 735.5 = 11032.5 W---------------
. M = output power of I M / efficiency of IM motor.
Assuming efficiency of I.M is 80 %
Input power of induction motor = 11032.5 / 0.8 = 13790.625
To determine the rated current for I.M -----------------------------------------
V V Cos I V
L L L
400 3 =
Cos V
P
L
3
assumption Cos 8 . 0
8 . 0 400 3
625 . 13790
=
Amps current Rated Amp 89 . 24 89 . 24 =
To determine the size & core of cable:- ----------------------------------------
Starting current is assumed two times rated input current for starting surge, momentary
short circuit & overload. Starting current = 2 x 24.89 = 49.78
core cable for the I.M.
Determined the size length & dimensions of ICTP earth wire at input cable
The rating of main switch is 450 V, 32 Amp ICTP ISI mark
Size of earth wire 8 SWG copper or 6 SWG GI
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16 Marks
ph motor is to be installed, prepare
the estimate required for PVC surface conduit wiring. The plan of the workshop is shown
Note: Credits may be given step wise for numerical problems. In some cases, the assumed
constant values may vary and there may be some difference in the candidates answers
--------------- (1 Mark)
M = output power of I M / efficiency of IM motor. ------ (1 Mark)
W
----------------------------------------- (1/2 Mark)
assumption
---------------------------------------- (1/2 Mark)
Starting current is assumed two times rated input current for starting surge, momentary
49.78 Amps
Determined the size length & dimensions of ICTP earth wire at input cable:-
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Length of earth wire = 2 times length of cable
Length of input cable for I
Step No.6: Draw the circuit Diagram.
Step No. 7:- Find out the estimation chart with material cost & labour cost
Length of cable
Common Material: (Any eight points expected)
1. 4 core Armored cable:
on service connection premises
2. Brick, soft sand for protection of cable.
3. If cable is laid across the public road then Cement pipe, DWC p
required for better protection of cable
4. Cable lug as required size.
5. Cable Gland as required size
6. Feeder piller or cable box or bus bar and cable end box.
7. GI pipe as required size.
8. Cable bushing.
9. 8 SWG Wire
10. Clamps, saddles etc
11. As such all service connection material like main switch, MCB, Energy meter, Neutral
link, IC cut out, earthing nut, screws, and wooden board. etc
12. 16 mm
2
, 4 core cable having the length of 15 meter and 6 core 2 Mtr for starter.
13. RYB mains indication la
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Length of earth wire = 2 times length of cable
Length of input cable for I .M at actual
Draw the circuit Diagram. ------------------------------------------------------------
or equivalent
Find out the estimation chart with material cost & labour cost
Length of cable - it should be calculated as per their assumed distances
(Any eight points expected)
4 core Armored cable: (Size of cable is depends on load. & length of cable is depends
on service connection premises)
Brick, soft sand for protection of cable.
If cable is laid across the public road then Cement pipe, DWC p
required for better protection of cable
Cable lug as required size.
Cable Gland as required size
Feeder piller or cable box or bus bar and cable end box.
GI pipe as required size.
Clamps, saddles etc
As such all service connection material like main switch, MCB, Energy meter, Neutral
link, IC cut out, earthing nut, screws, and wooden board. etc
, 4 core cable having the length of 15 meter and 6 core 2 Mtr for starter.
RYB mains indication lamps.
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------------------------------------------------------------ (1 Mark)
equivalent figure
Find out the estimation chart with material cost & labour cost: ------------ (4 Mark)
it should be calculated as per their assumed distances
Size of cable is depends on load. & length of cable is depends
If cable is laid across the public road then Cement pipe, DWC pipe or GI pipe is
As such all service connection material like main switch, MCB, Energy meter, Neutral
link, IC cut out, earthing nut, screws, and wooden board. etc
, 4 core cable having the length of 15 meter and 6 core 2 Mtr for starter.
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14. 1m x 1m wooden board as main board.
15. Earthing plate 60cm x 60 cm x 3.18 mm
16. Earthing sundry char coal and salt.
17. 15 HP Star-delta starters.
18. 8 SWG copper or 6 SWG GI earthing wire
b) Calculate the rating of cable, switches, conduit and prepare an estimate for a proposed
workshop of 12m x10m equipped with 3 machines:
(The Assumed data may be vary)
Note: Credits may be given step wise for numerical problems. In some
constant values may vary and there may be some difference in the candidates answers
and model answer.
i) 3-Ph, 400V, 5HP, P.f. of motor 0.8 &
=Total power Total
Rated No Machine For 1 .
input Rated
Current in Motor No. 1:
It is assumed that starting current is two times rated input current.
Starting current = 2 x 7
So use, 4 Sqmm , 31/2
rating of SFU, ICTP switch is 16A, 450V grade should be selected.
ii) 3-Ph, 400V, 3HP, P.f. of motor 0.8 &
=Total power Total
Rated No Machine For : 2 .
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1m x 1m wooden board as main board.
Earthing plate 60cm x 60 cm x 3.18 mm 1 Nos.
Earthing sundry char coal and salt.
delta starters.
8 SWG copper or 6 SWG GI earthing wire, having the length of 40 Mtr.
cable, switches, conduit and prepare an estimate for a proposed
workshop of 12m x10m equipped with 3 machines:
(The Assumed data may be vary) (Give stepwise Marks as mention below
Credits may be given step wise for numerical problems. In some
constant values may vary and there may be some difference in the candidates answers
Ph, 400V, 5HP, P.f. of motor 0.8 & = 0.85:
5 . 735 . P H Total
Cos V
HP
I current input Rated
L
L
=
3
5 . 735
85 . 0 8 . 0 400 3
5 . 735 5
=
L
I current input
Current in Motor No. 1:- = 7.806 Amp -----------------------------
It is assumed that starting current is two times rated input current.
7.806 = 15.612 Amp
4 Sqmm , 31/2 core cable Aluminum 1/ 2.80 mm , 600V grade should be selected
rating of SFU, ICTP switch is 16A, 450V grade should be selected.
Ph, 400V, 3HP, P.f. of motor 0.8 & = 0.8:
5 . 735 . P H Total
Cos V
HP
I current input Rated
L
L
=
3
5 . 735
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, having the length of 40 Mtr.
cable, switches, conduit and prepare an estimate for a proposed
as mention below)
Credits may be given step wise for numerical problems. In some cases, the assumed
constant values may vary and there may be some difference in the candidates answers
----------------------------- (1 Marks)
core cable Aluminum 1/ 2.80 mm , 600V grade should be selected
rating of SFU, ICTP switch is 16A, 450V grade should be selected.
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input Rated
Current in Motor No. 2:
It is assumed that starting current is two times rated input current.
Starting current = 2 x 4.976 = 9.952 Amp
So use, 2.5 Sqmm , 3 core cable Aluminum 1/ 2.80 mm , 600V grade should be selected
rating of SFU, ICTP switch is 16A, 450V grade should be selected.
iii) 1-Ph, 230V, 0.75 HP, P.f. of motor 0.7 &
=Total power Total
Rated No Machine For : 3 .
input Rated
Current in Motor No. 3:
It is assumed that starting current
Starting current = 2 x 4.
So use, 1.5 Sqmm , 2 core cable Aluminum 1/ 2.80 mm , 600V grade should be selected
rating of SFU, ICTP switch is 16A, 450V grade should be selected.
Rating of main switch for all motors:
Rating of main switch for all motors
Rating of main switch for all motors
H.P
Rating of main switch for all motors
Main switch for all Motors is selected 32A, 500V, ICTP used
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8 . 0 8 . 0 400 3
5 . 735 3
=
L
I current input
Current in Motor No. 2:- = 4.976 Amp --------------------
It is assumed that starting current is two times rated input current.
Starting current = 2 x 4.976 = 9.952 Amp
.5 Sqmm , 3 core cable Aluminum 1/ 2.80 mm , 600V grade should be selected
rating of SFU, ICTP switch is 16A, 450V grade should be selected.
Ph, 230V, 0.75 HP, P.f. of motor 0.7 & = 0.75 :
5 . 735 . P H Total
Cos V
HP
I current input Rated
L
L
=
5 . 735
7 . 0 75 . 0 230
5 . 735 75 . 0
=
L
I current input
Current in Motor No. 3:- = 4.568 Amp -------------------------------
It is assumed that starting current is two times rated input current.
Starting current = 2 x 4.568 = 9.136 Amp
core cable Aluminum 1/ 2.80 mm , 600V grade should be selected
rating of SFU, ICTP switch is 16A, 450V grade should be selected.
all motors:-
Rating of main switch for all motors = staring current of highest rated m/c
Rating of main switch for all motors = Staring current of 5 H.P + Full load current of 3 H.P &
= 15.612 + 4.976+4.568
Rating of main switch for all motors = 25.156 Amp
Main switch for all Motors is selected 32A, 500V, ICTP used
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--------------------------------- (1 Marks)
.5 Sqmm , 3 core cable Aluminum 1/ 2.80 mm , 600V grade should be selected
rating of SFU, ICTP switch is 16A, 450V grade should be selected.
------------------------------- (1 Marks)
core cable Aluminum 1/ 2.80 mm , 600V grade should be selected
rating of SFU, ICTP switch is 16A, 450V grade should be selected.
staring current of highest rated m/c + Full load current of all
remaining machines
Full load current of 3 H.P & 0.75
Amp-------------- (1 Marks)
Main switch for all Motors is selected 32A, 500V, ICTP used
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Common Material: (Any eight points expected)
1. 4 core Armored cable:
on service connection premises
2. Brick, soft sand for protection of cable.
3. If cable is laid across t
required for better protection of cable
4. Cable lug as required size.
5. Cable Gland as required size
6. Feeder piller or cable box or bus bar and cable end box.
7. GI pipe as required size.
8. Cable bushing.
9. 8 SWG Wire
10. Clamps, saddles etc
11. As such all service connection material like main switch, MCB, Energy meter, Neutral
link, IC cut out, earthing nut, screws, and wooden board. etc
12. 4 or 6 mm
2
, 4 core cable having
13. 2.5 mm
2
, 4 core cable having
14. 1.5 mm
2
, 2 core cable having
15. RYB mains indication lamps
16. 1m x 1m wooden board as main board.
17. Earthing plate 60cm x 60 cm x 3.18 mm
18. Earthing sundry char coal and salt.
19. 5HP DOL Starter, 3HP DOL Starter, 0.75 HP DOL Starter
20. 8 SWG copper or 6 SWG GI earthing wire
assumption.
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(Any eight points expected)
4 core Armored cable: (Size of cable is depends on load. & length of cable is depends
on service connection premises)
Brick, soft sand for protection of cable.
If cable is laid across the public road then Cement pipe, DWC pipe or GI pipe is
required for better protection of cable
Cable lug as required size.
Cable Gland as required size
Feeder piller or cable box or bus bar and cable end box.
GI pipe as required size.
Clamps, saddles etc
As such all service connection material like main switch, MCB, Energy meter, Neutral
link, IC cut out, earthing nut, screws, and wooden board. etc
, 4 core cable having the suitable length as per their assumption
, 4 core cable having the suitable length as per their assumption
core cable having the suitable length as per their assumption
RYB mains indication lamps
1m x 1m wooden board as main board.
Earthing plate 60cm x 60 cm x 3.18 mm 1 Nos.
Earthing sundry char coal and salt.
5HP DOL Starter, 3HP DOL Starter, 0.75 HP DOL Starter
8 SWG copper or 6 SWG GI earthing wire, having the suitable
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(4 Marks)
Size of cable is depends on load. & length of cable is depends
he public road then Cement pipe, DWC pipe or GI pipe is
As such all service connection material like main switch, MCB, Energy meter, Neutral
link, IC cut out, earthing nut, screws, and wooden board. etc
as per their assumption.
as per their assumption.
as per their assumption.
suitable length of their
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c) i) What is meant by effective earthing? How the effectiveness of
(Meaning of effective earthing
Effective Earthing:
The effective earthing is the proper earthing of which earth resistance is properly
maintained. It is as below:
a) Major generating station below point 0.5 ohm
b) Minor generating station below 0.5 to 1 ohm
c) Major substations below 1 ohm to 1.5 ohm
d) Minor substation below 1.5 ohm to 2 ohm
e) For the installation below 5 to 8 ohm
The effectiveness of earthing is checked
Earth resistance for domestic installation should be in between 5 to 8 ohm. This
earth resistance is measure by: i) potential drop method and ii) Earth tester method
Earth resistance measurement by earth tester method:
It is as shown in figure
distance earth rod. The three terminals of the earth tester are connected to the earthing rod as
shown in figure. Initially the F
handle of earth tester near about 100 to 120 rpm the reading is taken the same procedure is
repeated by varying the distance between F1 & F2 from 90m to 0m (gradually reduction) &
number of reading are taken.
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Model Answer
What is meant by effective earthing? How the effectiveness of earthing is checked?
(Meaning of effective earthing-2 Mark & Earthing checked
The effective earthing is the proper earthing of which earth resistance is properly
It is as below:
a) Major generating station below point 0.5 ohm
b) Minor generating station below 0.5 to 1 ohm
c) Major substations below 1 ohm to 1.5 ohm
d) Minor substation below 1.5 ohm to 2 ohm
e) For the installation below 5 to 8 ohm
he effectiveness of earthing is checked by: Earth resistance measurement test
Or equivalent ckt dia.
Earth resistance for domestic installation should be in between 5 to 8 ohm. This
earth resistance is measure by: i) potential drop method and ii) Earth tester method
Earth resistance measurement by earth tester method:
It is as shown in figure. The F
1
and F
2
is fixed distance earthing rod & F
distance earth rod. The three terminals of the earth tester are connected to the earthing rod as
shown in figure. Initially the F
3
rod is kept 100 meter away from the ear
handle of earth tester near about 100 to 120 rpm the reading is taken the same procedure is
repeated by varying the distance between F1 & F2 from 90m to 0m (gradually reduction) &
number of reading are taken.
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earthing is checked?
2 Mark & Earthing checked-2 Mark)
The effective earthing is the proper earthing of which earth resistance is properly
Earth resistance measurement test
Or equivalent ckt dia.
Earth resistance for domestic installation should be in between 5 to 8 ohm. This
earth resistance is measure by: i) potential drop method and ii) Earth tester method
is fixed distance earthing rod & F
3
is a variable
distance earth rod. The three terminals of the earth tester are connected to the earthing rod as
rod is kept 100 meter away from the earthing pit by rotating the
handle of earth tester near about 100 to 120 rpm the reading is taken the same procedure is
repeated by varying the distance between F1 & F2 from 90m to 0m (gradually reduction) &
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The distance between F1 & F3
be as shown in figure. The maximum uniform readings are declared as earth resistance of that
earthing pit.
ii) State the criteria for selecting a contractor.
i) Previous experience
ii) Financial position
iii) Machinery & man power
iv) Quoted Rates
v) Works in hand
vi) Reputation
vii) Valid Licenses
ix) Valid tax clearance certificate
Q.6 Attempt any Four of the following
a) Prepare a schedule of material for underground service connection.
Scheduled of material for
21. 4 core Armored cable:
on service connection premises
22. Brick, soft sand for protection of cable
23. If cable is laid across the public road then
required for better protection of cable
24. Cable lug as required size.
25. Cable Gland as required size
26. Feeder piller or cable box or bus bar
27. GI pipe as required size
28. Cable bushing.
29. 8 SWG Wire
30. Clamps, saddles etc
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Model Answer
The distance between F1 & F3 & earth resistance measured, the graph is plotted it may
be as shown in figure. The maximum uniform readings are declared as earth resistance of that
State the criteria for selecting a contractor. (Any four points expected 1 Mark each
i) Previous experience
ii) Financial position
iii) Machinery & man power
Valid tax clearance certificate
of the following
Prepare a schedule of material for underground service connection.
(Minimum eight point expected 1/2
Scheduled of material for underground service connection is as follows:
cable: (Size of cable is depends on load. & length of cable is depends
on service connection premises)
soft sand for protection of cable.
If cable is laid across the public road then Cement pipe, DWC pipe or GI pipe is
required for better protection of cable
Cable lug as required size.
Cable Gland as required size
er or cable box or bus bar and cable end box.
required size.
etc
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& earth resistance measured, the graph is plotted it may
be as shown in figure. The maximum uniform readings are declared as earth resistance of that
expected 1 Mark each)
16 Marks
Prepare a schedule of material for underground service connection.
eight point expected 1/2 each point)
ervice connection is as follows:
Size of cable is depends on load. & length of cable is depends
ement pipe, DWC pipe or GI pipe is
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31. As such all service connection material
link, IC cut out, earthing nut, screws,
b) A hall 6m x 4m is to be provided with 2 lamp, 1 fan and two 5A socket outlet. Draw the
plan of wiring with single line diagram showing position of switches and fitting.
c) Show the position of switch
diagram for commercial installation.
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Model Answer
As such all service connection material like main switch, MCB, Energy meter,
cut out, earthing nut, screws, and wooden board. etc
4m is to be provided with 2 lamp, 1 fan and two 5A socket outlet. Draw the
plan of wiring with single line diagram showing position of switches and fitting.
Or equivalent ckt dia.
Show the position of switch board, distribution board and main switch in a circuit
diagram for commercial installation.
Or equivalent ckt dia.
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main switch, MCB, Energy meter, Neutral
etc
4m is to be provided with 2 lamp, 1 fan and two 5A socket outlet. Draw the
plan of wiring with single line diagram showing position of switches and fitting. (4 Mark)
board, distribution board and main switch in a circuit
Or equivalent ckt dia.
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d) State a procedure for estimating labour cost for commercial installation
Labour cost for commercial installation is estimated as below:
1) Cost of labour per
2) Cost of labour per s
3) Cost of labour per half point
4) Cost of labour per power point
5) Cost of labour per two way point
6) Cost of labour per lighting circuit
7) Cost of labour per power circuit
8) Cost of labour per distribution
9) Cost of labour per mains running a) two wire b)three wire c) four wire
10) Cost of labour per fixture
11) Cost of labour for cable laying
12) Cost of labour for earthing per earthing point
13) Cost of labour for fixing of
14) Cost of labour at actual for special work if any
e) Draw and label single line diagram of 3 phase induction motor connected to supply with
start-delta starter.
Single line diagram -
S
I M
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Model Answer
State a procedure for estimating labour cost for commercial installation
(Minimum eight point expected 1/2
Labour cost for commercial installation is estimated as below:
ost of labour per full point
ost of labour per separate plug
ost of labour per half point
ost of labour per power point
ost of labour per two way point
ost of labour per lighting circuit
per power circuit.
per distribution box fitting.
ost of labour per mains running a) two wire b)three wire c) four wire
per fixture fitting e.g. tubes, fans etc.
ost of labour for cable laying
Cost of labour for earthing per earthing point.
ost of labour for fixing of main board
labour at actual for special work if any.
and label single line diagram of 3 phase induction motor connected to supply with
-
3-ph,4 wire 400v A.C. supply
Energy meter
S Main Fuse
ICTP
/ starter
3 Induction motor OR
I M
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State a procedure for estimating labour cost for commercial installation
(Minimum eight point expected 1/2 each point)
ost of labour per mains running a) two wire b)three wire c) four wire
and label single line diagram of 3 phase induction motor connected to supply with
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Wiring diagram
f) Describe the procedure for execution of work
The following procedure for execution of work
1. Electrical Installation plan can be approval for electrical inspector.
2. Work starting intimati
the work.
3. Planning: The catalogues of
4. To complete the work within time limit
5. To ensure expenditure: If planning is done for finance the provision can be made for
smooth flow of fund at proper time
6. Determination of required
7. Determination of required for
8. To ensure the availabili
machinery if any required, this avoids the delay in the work.
9. To ensure to proper design: If design is planned in advance and if technical sanction is
taken, then there will not be confusion and t
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Model Answer
Or equivalent ckt dia
the procedure for execution of work.
(Any four types expected 1
procedure for execution of work:
tion plan can be approval for electrical inspector.
Work starting intimation should be given to electrical inspector office before starting
catalogues of different accessories used in electrical
work within time limit
To ensure expenditure: If planning is done for finance the provision can be made for
of fund at proper time.
of required quantity of material.
required for labour.
To ensure the availability: To ensure the availability of required special tools or
machinery if any required, this avoids the delay in the work.
To ensure to proper design: If design is planned in advance and if technical sanction is
taken, then there will not be confusion and the design will not be changed frequently.
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Or equivalent ckt dia
(Any four types expected 1-Mark each)
tion plan can be approval for electrical inspector.
given to electrical inspector office before starting
in electrical installation.
To ensure expenditure: If planning is done for finance the provision can be made for
ty: To ensure the availability of required special tools or
To ensure to proper design: If design is planned in advance and if technical sanction is
he design will not be changed frequently.
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